Downspout Drainage Solutions

Managing Downspout Water to Protect Your Property Roof downspouts can discharge large volumes of water during heavy rain, and if that water is not directed away properly it can create drainage problems around the home. Pooling water near foundations, soggy...

Fixing Soggy Lawns

How to Fix a Soggy Lawn That Never Dries A lawn that stays wet long after rainfall usually indicates poor drainage or soil that cannot absorb water efficiently. Soggy ground can make a yard difficult to use and may eventually lead to erosion or moisture problems...

French Drains for Yard Drainage

How French Drains Help Solve Yard Drainage Problems A French drain is a common drainage solution used to redirect water away from low areas, foundations, and saturated sections of a yard. When properly installed, it collects excess water and moves it safely away from...

Improving Yard Drainage

Improving Yard Drainage to Prevent Standing Water Poor yard drainage can leave lawns soggy, create muddy areas, and allow water to collect near buildings. In the Fraser Valley, regular rainfall and clay-based soil often make drainage problems more noticeable,...

Water Pooling Near Your Foundation

What Causes Water to Pool Near a Foundation Water collecting near the foundation of a home or building is a common drainage issue that should be addressed quickly. When rainwater is not directed away from a structure, it can seep into basements, weaken soil around the...

Yard Flooding After Heavy Rain

Why Some Yards Flood After Heavy Rain Standing water in a yard after rain is usually a sign that the ground cannot drain water fast enough or that the property grading directs water toward a low point. In the Fraser Valley, frequent rainfall and clay-heavy soil can...